Whether meeting friends underneath, dodging a rain shower, or just passing by, the 350 year old building (well 355 to be exact) is part of Peterborough’s soul.
Built in 1671, initially as a meeting place for religious guilds, it was part of council chambers until the Town Hall was built in 1933. It now lays unused for most of the year – other than when Christmas lights are switched on!
The Guildhall was built to mark the restoration of the monarchy in 1660.
But how many of you have been inside? Have you wondered what secrets the building holds?
The Peterborough Telegraph was given special access to allow us to walk up the famous black, spiral staircase – past the nesting pigeon, sitting on a ledge near the top – and into the hall, to see what lies beyond.
1. Inside Guildhall
The view out over the square has changed dramatically over the centuries Photo: PT
4. Inside Guildhall
The Guildhall has been at the centre of the city for more than 350 years Photo: PT